How Phoenix's Akoa Makani Joined Legends

The Phoenix Mercury found some "under the radar" players during the offseason, and in some cases, they were rookies. The Mercury found players who went undrafted at some point, and they were playing internationally before signing a deal with Phoenix. One of their rookies played overseas from the jump, as Monique Akoa Makani was making a name for herself in France. Akoa Makani signed a training camp deal with the Mercury, and she made the final roster. She became one of their starters, and she remained in that role throughout the season. The Mercury rookie averaged 7.7 points, 2.7 assists and 2.2 rebounds. Her best game was a 21-point performance against the New York Liberty. She also had six assists and a rebound in Phoenix's 89-81 win. Akoa Makani made 49 3-pointers this season, which put her in special company. Phoenix's starter made history, as she passed Cappie Pondexter in a special category. Pondexter was drafted by the Mercury in 2006, and in her rookie season, she had 47 3-pointers. The Mercury's lea